My Tito Ben was a reserve officer of the Philippine Army (AFP Reservist). He and my Uncle Eric were both part of the army as reserve officers, unlike my grandfather who was a retired soldier.
Hence, when they both were buried, they also received the same military honors that my grandpa received.
This is the third burial where we witnessed the 21 gun salute.
This is the third burial where we witnessed the 21 gun salute.
My Tita Gin received the Philippine Flag, and shall have the flag unfurled on Independence Day as well as my Tito's birthday. That was what the soldier said after the military honors were done.
What makes this even more special is that, Brig. General Charito Plaza, AFP Reservist, the first woman Brigadier General in the Philippines, a cousin of theirs, was present during the said militray honors. She is the one in blue in the background.
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